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The words you choose define you. But what if you were only allowed one word to describe someone. How would you choose just one?

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One Word –  #614

At my surprise birthday party, they did something you might want to consider if you are arranging a celebration.  It’s appropriate for a birthday, wedding, any special occasion where dozens of people are gathered.

Guests were advised, in advance, that at the party, they would be asked to say one word that describes the honoree. No speeches; just one word.                                                                                           

With 70 people at my party, there were a lot of words.  It was delightful, funny and sometimes slightly embarrassing to hear the word each person chose.  It was also extremely personal, conjuring up a special connection with each person.

My daughter and her daughter jotted them all down.  I thought that was nice because I’d have the words on paper too.  But my granddaughter had something else in mind. 

She input all the words to the computer and used her digital skills to create a graphic using each of the words that had been spoken by the guests.                             

What a precious memento Krista created.  The framed graphic sits on my bookcase where I see it often and smile. And on a rainy day, or when I’m feeling inadequate, I read those words and feel lifted by the love they convey.

Thanks to every person who has ever spoken or written a kind or gentle word to someone else.  You have given a gift far greater than you can imagine, especially when it’s remembered on a rainy day.

P.S.   

Sharing a happy thought, giving a complement, gifting someone with a smile. It only takes a moment to execute and it can make someone else’s day. That would be nice.   

[Show #614]

Filed Under: Advice and Encouragement, Family and Friendship, Laughter, Joy, and Gratitude, Love and Kindness Tagged With: compliments, happy thoughts, word cloud

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  1. Donna Resta says

    April 19, 2020 at

    Loved this concept as I do most of your work. However, the one thing that struck me was how you were shining thru your granddaughter. I could easily see you do the same thing for a loved one. You have touched so many people just being you. Thanks and my word would be “friend”.

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    • Annette E Petrick says

      April 20, 2020 at

      The word you chose is precious to me; as are you.

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  2. Cathie Taylor says

    April 19, 2020 at

    Good morning Annette and Bill. If I today would have one word for you and that I would put happiness. You always seem to be happy and I know you’re happy with your husband. Thank you for these words what a lovely thought. Blessings and hugs

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    • Annette E Petrick says

      April 20, 2020 at

      Your comments always make my heart sing, Cathie.

      Reply
  3. Dan Dobson says

    April 19, 2020 at

    GREAT

    (Applies to you and the idea equally)

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    • Annette E Petrick says

      April 20, 2020 at

      It is a pandemic hit, Dan.

      Reply
  4. Abder says

    April 19, 2020 at

    This is awesome! One of the best no doubt!!!!
    You sure always amaze my my friend 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

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    • Annette E Petrick says

      April 20, 2020 at

      So good to hear from you, Abder.

      Reply

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